Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Campion 602b SC 2006 vs Campion Explorer 602 SC BRA 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Campion 602b SC 2006 vs Campion Explorer 602 SC BRA 2012 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Campion Explorer 602 SC BRA 2012 measures 23,1 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 21,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion 602b SC 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). At 247 lbs and 247 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 225 hp for the Campion 602b SC 2006 and 225 hp for the Campion Explorer 602 SC BRA 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 6 gal and 6 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Campion Explorer 602 SC BRA 2012 at 23,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Campion 602b SC 2006 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model602b SC
ModelExplorer 602 SC BRA
Model Year2006
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise19℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail18.0 in. (45.0 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (45 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [max] - Detail35.0 in. (89.0 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail2,470 lbs. (1,123 kg)
Weight - Detail2,470 lbs. (1,123 kg)
Weight - kg1120.37
Weight - kg1120.37
Weight - lbs.247
Weight - lbs.247
Height - Detail6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)
Height - Detail6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)
Height - Meters1.88
Height - Meters1.88
Height - Inches74
Height - Inches74
Height [transom]25 in. (64 cm)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters6.36
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet23.08
Length - Inches1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 1 in. (7.03 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 1 in. (7.03 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 10 in. (6.36 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.35
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches25
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max225 hp
Engine max225 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum people7
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee